Brief Summary
This video explores the history and significance of the Wall in Game of Thrones. It covers its construction, purpose, and its current state in the series. The video also discusses the Night's Watch, the order responsible for guarding the Wall, and the various threats it faces.
- The Wall was built after the Long Night to protect the realms of the First Men from the Others and other creatures.
- It is a massive structure made of ice and stone, stretching for 300 miles and reaching 700 feet tall.
- The Wall has been weakened in recent years, and its future is uncertain.
The Wall's Construction and Purpose
The Wall was built approximately 8,000 years ago after the Long Night, a period of darkness and winter. It was constructed to defend the realms of the First Men from the Others and other creatures. The Night's Watch, a dedicated military order, was established to guard the Wall and protect the realm from threats beyond it. Legend states that the Wall was built by Brandon the Builder with the assistance of the Children of the Forest and Giants. It is said to be protected by ancient spells and sorcery. The Wall is vulnerable to the mythical Horn of Joramun, which is said to have the ability to bring the entire structure down.
The Wall's Physical Characteristics
The Wall stretches for 300 miles and is approximately 700 feet tall. It is made of solid ice, stone, and earth and can be seen from miles around. The Wall's appearance varies depending on the weather and time of day, appearing gray or blue. The top of the Wall is wide enough for a dozen mounted knights to ride abreast. It is thicker at the base, and crushed stone is spread on walkways to aid with footing. Spells are woven into the Wall to strengthen it and keep magical creatures from passing. The Wall is completely straight from Castle Black to Eastwatch-by-the-Sea, but it curves and swerves multiple times between Castle Black and the Shadow Tower.
The Wall's Castles and Defenses
The Night's Watch has raised 19 castles along the Wall, but only three remain in use today. The most important castles are Castle Black, the largest and most heavily defended, Shadow Tower, and Eastwatch-by-the-Sea. The Wall is equipped with catapults, cranes, and trebuchets, but many have been dismantled or frozen in ice. The Night's Watch can reach the top of the Wall from the southern side using fire ramps, steps, and tunnels. The Wall's gates are heavily fortified with murder holes and limited access, making them difficult to force. The Wall itself is also a formidable defense, as it can discourage attackers with sheets of ice.
The Wall's Future
The Wall's future is uncertain, as the Night's Watch has been weakened in recent years. The Night King's attack in the TV series has already caused significant damage to the Wall. The video discusses the possibility of the Wall being further damaged or destroyed in the future, and the potential consequences for Westeros. The video also expresses excitement for the upcoming season of Game of Thrones and the potential for the Night's Watch to repair the Wall.
